Published: October 31, 2007
Burnham police encourage youngsters to have a safe Halloween

Police in Burnham-On-Sea are working with children in the town to ensure they don't have any frights this Halloween.

PC Tracey Stiles and PCSO Pauline Dixon visited Burnham-On-Sea Library in Princess Street to speak to youngsters during their half-term break.

The day involved telling a Halloween story promoting responsible trick or treating as well as making seasonal masks which will be seen around the town tonight, Wednesday (October 31st).

PC Stiles said: "In the partnership with the staff at the Burnham Library, the event was a great success and well attended."

"It was a fantastic opportunity for children to learn about road safety in a fun environment and how trick or treating can be fun, but not frighten and scare more vulnerable members of our community."

"We are grateful to the staff at the library for allowing us to contribute and help promote the links within the community, and to raise awareness of concerns around Halloween."

As part of Operation Relentless at Halloween, police are asking parents to be aware of where their children are and what they are doing this evening.